Ball Hockey. Cold Brews.
Festive Vibes.
19+ | Saturday, October 11 to Sunday, October 12 | Downtown Kitchener
19+ Ball Hockey Tournament
Game on! Sticks & Steins, presented by Cober, is a high-energy 19+ ball hockey tournament that brings together sport, culture and celebration during Canada’s Greatest Bavarian Festival. Set in the heart of Downtown Kitchener, this two-day tournament invites adults to hit the pavement and show off their skills in a lively, community-focused competition. And when you’re ready for a time-out, head over to The Penalty Box Biergarten, sponsored by Cowbell for their brand new Donnybrook IPA and some festival cheer. Whether you’re in it to win or just in it for the fun, this is your chance to get in on the action and soak up the Oktoberfest atmosphere.
Tournament Details
Dates:
Saturday, October 11: Round robin games
Sunday, October 12: Playoffs
Location:
Manulife Parking Lot, 54 Water
Street South, Downtown
Kitchener
Divisions:
Competitive: Ages 19-49
Fun: Ages 19-49 | 50+
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Team Format:
6 Players + 1 goalie
Optional: Add extra players
for $50 + HST per player
Team Registration:
$550 + HST
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 1st
Player Perks:
VIP access to Steven Page and The Watchmen concerts on the Circle K Stage in the Willkommen Platz
Penalty Box Biergarten on site for cold brews all weekend long
Player Perks:
Tournament T-Shirt to show off your team spirit
VIP Access to TWO epic afterparties
Prizes and Giveaways to keep the fun going all weekend
More Than a Tournament. It’s a Whole Weekend of Fun.
The real magic of Sticks & Steins goes far beyond the scoreboard. Kick things off at the Penalty Box Biergarten with Cowbell’s brand-new Donnybooks, then keep the celebration alive with VIP access to two unforgettable afterparties. Onsite vendors include: Fairway Chiropractic Centre, Project Skate Hockey Club, Shake and Bake, Siggi’s Food Truck & Catering, and more!
Your registration also unlocks VIP access to the heart of Oktoberfest: the 4,000-person Willkommen Platz Biergarten. Expect Bavarian brews, live music, and nonstop entertainment—from Walter Ostanek and the Weiss Blau Band to headliners Steven Page and The Watchmen. Hit the court, sip cold brews, and soak up the ultimate Oktoberfest vibe.
Sticks & Steins Biergarten
presented by
Steven Page Trio
Friday, October 10th
Circle K Stage at the Willkommen Platz
The Watchmen
Saturday, October 11th
Circle K Stage at the Willkommen Platz
Join the Action and Make an Impact!
Become a Sponsor!
Reach out today to learn about our sponsorship opportunities and connect with an engaged, sports-loving community through Sticks & Steins!
Rules and Inclusion Statement
At Sticks & Steins, everyone is welcome on the court. Our co-ed ball hockey tournament is built on community, respect, and fun, ensuring every player feels included and supported. Players are invited to compete based on their gender identity and expression, regardless of gender assigned at birth, and nonbinary, trans, genderqueer, and gender-diverse players are welcome in all divisions. Ball hockey is for everyone – and at Sticks & Steins, we mean it.
Once a team has been registered, no refunds will be given.
For full rules and regulations, click here.
Find Us Here!
54 Water Street South, Downtown Kitchener
This project is funded by the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
This event has been financially assisted by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, a program of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation.
Thank You to our Sponsors
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